Appalachian barren-strawberry
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Appalachian barren-strawberry
Waldsteinia fragarioides
The Appalachian barren-strawberry is a small plant with bright yellow flowers and green leaves. It grows close to the ground and loves to live in cool, shady spots in the mountains.
Habitat: Mountain regions
Appearance
The Appalachian barren-strawberry is a low-growing plant with bright green, three-lobed leaves similar to a true strawberry. It produces small, vibrant yellow flowers, unlike the white ones of common strawberries. Its tiny, inedible-looking fruits are dull red and dry, giving it its 'barren' name.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderRosalesFamilyRosaceaeGenusGeum
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
It's an amazing natural groundcover, creating a lush green carpet in shady woods!
Its tiny, red 'berries' are dry and tasteless, which is why it's called 'barren'!
This hardy plant loves living in rocky forest spots, thriving where others can't!
Unlike real strawberries, its pretty flowers are bright yellow, not white! Wow!
Special abilities
Ability
Groundcover Power
Appalachian barren-strawberry can spread its roots to create a dense green carpet, helping prevent soil erosion.
Ability
Early Bloomer
Appalachian barren-strawberry has cheerful yellow flowers that emerge early in spring, before many trees leaf out.
Ability
Tough Roots
Appalachian barren-strawberry can grow in rocky, poor soil thanks to its resilient root system.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 5-15 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 1-2 cm
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
honey bee
Apis mellifera
visits flowers for nectar
pollinates
common eastern bumble bee
Bombus impatiens
important native pollinator
eaten by
white-tailed deer
Odocoileus virginianus
may browse foliage
Traits
Deciduous
Deciduous plants periodically shed all their leaves, typically during autumn or dry seasons.
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Shade Tolerant
Shade tolerant plants are adapted to grow and thrive in areas with low light levels, requiring less direct sunlight.
Edible
Edible plants are those parts of a plant that are considered safe for human consumption.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Mountain
This habitat trait identifies species found in mountainous regions, characterized by high elevation, steep slopes, and varying climate zones.
Pollinator
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always ask an adult before touching or tasting any wild plants.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Appalachian barren-strawberry?
5-15 cm
How wide does Appalachian barren-strawberry spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on Appalachian barren-strawberry?
1-2 cm
When does Appalachian barren-strawberry bloom?
Spring
Is Appalachian barren-strawberry edible?
Yes
Is Appalachian barren-strawberry toxic?
None
What is Appalachian barren-strawberry's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Appalachian barren-strawberry pollinated?
Insect
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